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Journalist Bill Healy

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Earlier this year, Orland Park native Bill Healy won a Pulitzer Prize for Audio Reporting with his colleagues at the Invisible Institute. At this event, Healy will discuss his career in journalism and answer questions from the audience.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

Google Docs Basics

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Learn how to create, edit, and share documents with Google's word processing program in this hands-on class. 

Registration is required.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Computer Class

Please be prepared with an established email address for this computer class. Call the IT Desk at (708) 428-5171 for questions.

Baby Lapsit Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Birth-11 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Baby Walkers Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

12-23 months with parent or caregiver.

Stories, songs, fingerplays and fun all while building early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Thankful Pumpkin Volunteers

6:15pm - 7:45pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program, Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Assist library staff with this youth program. Check youth description for program specifics. 

Thankful Pumpkin

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Grades K-2
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades K-2
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Create a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table where you design a unique pumpkin from prompt “I am thankful for...”

Bridge 101

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Contract Bridge is a game of strategy, communication, and teamwork. This program will explore the different player roles, give an overview of modern bidding, and showcase “playing the hand.”  

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

Once Upon a Time Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive storytime. Be ready to sing, shake, and move!   

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Pop Up Lobby Concert - Bree Beezhold

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Senior Living Visit: Brookdale

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services brings a browsing collection of large type books and audiovisual materials to residents of Brookdale Senior Living.

Night Owls Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come hear stories and songs to end the day on a happy note.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Wicked Tea Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Teen Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Ages 13+. Step into the enchanting world of "Wicked" at our themed tea party. Sip magical brews, craft an edible wand, create friendship bracelets, and maybe belt your favorite songs from the show.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled. 

Home Delivery Services

All Day
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

Teen Take And Make Mini Cork Board

9:00am - 9:00pm
Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teens, Grades 9-12, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Teen Program
Event Details:

Pick up this Take and Make at the Teen Loft while supplies last. 

Storygami

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 3-6
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 3-6
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for storytime and then create origami figures based on our storytime books.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Move & Groove

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Family Event. An upbeat movement party for the family.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Bright Starts Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Birth - 35 months., Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Start your weekend off right! Bring the family together for stories, songs, and fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for a child and one adult caregiver, so please be prepared to stay for the event.

Program Registration (YS)

Please register for each program in this series individually.

Intro to Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot Adventure

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room - 104
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

This event is a self-contained adventure with premade characters available to choose from to allow beginners to understand the flow of the game.

Podcast Club - National Geographic Greeking Out Podcast

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Grades 3-5
Registration
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Youth Services Program Room
Age Group: Children, Grades 3-5
Program Type: Youth Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you love Greek Mythology? Come Greek out as we listen to an episode of National Geographic’s popular podcast. We will do a creative activity while we listen to keep our hands busy!

Home Delivery Services

All Day
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach delivers books and audiovisual materials to patrons unable to visit the library.

A Novel Morning Book Club: Come Fly the World

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Programs, Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us on the fourth Monday of each month to discuss this month's selection. Our group reads an eclectic mix of popular fiction and moving memoirs. New members are always welcome!

Come Fly the World by Julie Cooke

Senior Living Visit: Smith Crossing

10:00am - 11:30am
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Program Type: Offsite Outreach Program
Event Details:

Outreach Services provides a browsing collection of large print books and audiovisual materials to residents of Smith Crossing Senior Living.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Pop Up Lobby Concert - Justin Prince

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Adult Programs

Take & Make - Turkey Headband

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Ages 3 and up
Library Branch: Orland Park Public Library
Age Group: Children, Ages 3 and up
Program Type: Youth Program
Event Details:

Take and Make. For Orland Park residents only.